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(E67.2) Megavitamin-b 6 syndrome
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13 505 in individuals diagnosis megavitamin-b 6 syndrome confirmed
Diagnosis megavitamin-b 6 syndrome is diagnosed Women are 8.85% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis megavitamin-b 6 syndrome
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis megavitamin-b 6 syndrome
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease megavitamin-b 6 syndrome - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 45-49
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 10-19, 25-34, 40-49, 55-69
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 5-9, 20-24, 35-39, 50-54, 70-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 10-24, 55-59, 70-74, 85-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-9, 25-54, 60-69, 75-84
Disease Features megavitamin-b 6 syndrome
Absence or low individual and public risk
Megavitamin-b 6 syndrome - what does this mean
Megavitamin-b 6 syndrome occurs when an individual consumes too much vitamin b 6, usually in the form of dietary supplements. this can lead to nerve damage, affecting the individual's coordination, balance, and reflexes. it can also cause skin rashes, anemia, and nausea.
What happens during the disease - megavitamin-b 6 syndrome
Megavitamin-b 6 syndrome is a rare disorder caused by excessive intake of vitamin b6, typically from dietary supplements or medications. symptoms can include peripheral neuropathy, ataxia, confusion, cognitive impairment, and even seizures. the overabundance of vitamin b6 in the body causes an accumulation of pyridoxal-5’-phosphate (plp) in the brain, which leads to an increase in the activity of certain enzymes, resulting in the neurological symptoms.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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12 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Megavitamin-b 6 syndrome - Prevention
Megavitamin-b 6 syndrome can be prevented by avoiding taking megadoses of vitamin b 6 supplements, as this can lead to serious neurological symptoms. it is important to take only the recommended daily amount of vitamin b 6, and to check with a doctor before taking any vitamin b 6 supplements.